Public hearing to hear evidence from Retired Bishop Geoffrey Robinson

The Royal Commission will hold a public hearing in Sydney on Monday 24 August 2015.

The scope and purpose of the public hearing is to hear the evidence of retired Bishop Geoffrey Robinson regarding:

The history and development of the Catholic Church’s response to child sexual abuse prior to the introduction of Towards Healing.

His membership of the College of Consultors of the Archdiocese of Sydney.

The operation of Encompass Australasia.

His discussions with senior Vatican officials.

Any related matters.

Any person or institution who believes that they have a direct and substantial interest in the scope and purpose of the public hearing is invited to lodge a written application for leave to appear at the public hearing by 12 August 2015.